Riding for a Fall
John Holt Lyrics


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Someday somebody will make you cry
Then you'll gonna have tears in your eyes
Go ahead and have your fun girl
'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
Go ahead and have yourself a ball

You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall
Someday somebody will break your heart
Then you'll gonna wish that we had never part
Go ahead and have your fun girl
'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
Go ahead and have yourself a ball

You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall
Go ahead and have your fun girl
'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
Go ahead and have yourself a ball

You're riding for a fall




You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Holt's "Riding for a Fall" are a warning to an ex-lover who is enjoying themselves after the end of their relationship. The singer predicts that the person will eventually experience heartbreak and regret their decision to end things. The repetition of "you're riding for a fall" emphasizes the inevitability of this outcome.


The lyrics also reveal the singer's continued love for the ex-lover, despite the hurt they may have caused. The phrase "Go ahead and have your fun girl / 'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl" suggests that the singer wants the best for their ex-lover, even if it means facing the consequences of their actions.


Overall, the song conveys a sense of caution and wisdom gained through experience. The singer acknowledges that everyone must make their own choices and learn from their mistakes, but also warns of the potential consequences of reckless behavior.


Line by Line Meaning

Someday somebody will make you cry
At some point in the future, someone will inflict emotional pain on you


Then you'll gonna have tears in your eyes
It will cause you to cry and express your hurt


Go ahead and have your fun girl
Despite this, you continue to pursue pleasure and enjoyment


'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
You are aware that I still love you, despite your actions


Go ahead and have yourself a ball
You continue to enjoy yourself and prioritize your own happiness


You're riding for a fall
However, you are engaging in behavior that is setting you up for future disappointment or failure


Someday somebody will break your heart
Just as you've hurt others, someone will eventually hurt you in return


Then you'll gonna wish that we had never part
You will come to regret the decision to end our relationship


You're riding for a fall
Again, your current behavior is leading you towards a future negative outcome


Go ahead and have your fun girl
Despite the coming pain, you continue down this path of enjoyment


'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
I still care and love you, although we are not together


Go ahead and have yourself a ball
You continue to prioritize your own happiness over other people's feelings


You're riding for a fall
Your actions are setting you up for a future heartbreak or negative outcome


You're riding for a fall
Once again, the song reinforces the idea that you are inevitably headed for disappointment




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@zapache1769

Someday somebody will make you cry
Then you'll gonna have tears in your eyes
Go ahead and have your fun girl
'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
Go ahead and have yourself a ball
You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall
Someday somebody will break your heart
Then you'll gonna wish that we had never part
Go ahead and have your fun girl
'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
Go ahead and have yourself a ball
You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall
Go ahead and have your fun girl
'Cause you know I'm still in love with you girl
Go ahead and have yourself a ball
You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall
You're riding for a fall



All comments from YouTube:

@jakko6467

The unmistakable golden voice of the late, great John Winston Holt singing a tune originally recorded by The Tams...great horns & flute arrangement...RIP Brother John!!!!!!!

@larryyeargan9821

Delray Wilson first I think

@conoryayy

This song has that 3pm first joint of the afternoon buzz. I love Jamaica! Greetings from Newry, the Jamaica of Ireland :)

@michaelgregory8022

Yes father John holt. Ah serious tune. Rip. At least you had warned me that this situation that I'm currently in. With this negative un appreciative female who I'm dwelling amongst.💔💔 I wish she would take heed to ur words
. She's definitely ryding for a ultimate fall !!

@xereviz

Agradeço a existência dessa música que me abraça quando a escuto.

@geraldinealmeida5645

Tenho a mesma sensação

@nevisempress6106

Big, Big Tune; this is!!!!!! A WOOOOAAAAAAHHHHH! Sing, Johnny! Feeling the Vibes! BAAADDDD song!

@NEWTON8770

JOHN YOU DO IT EVERY TIME,GREAT LYRICS WELL PUT TOGETHER,GREAT MEMORIES SIR

@arilsonsilva8185

Linda música do querido John holt 🎶 ❤

@skywolf2012

Hello from Los Angeles USA 🇺🇸. Thank you for uploading this precious song.Iv been looking for this all over and I finally got the name of the artist 🙏🙏🔥🔥🔥🔥

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